Policies on funerals and records for children who die before birth.
- Type
- Book
- Source
- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints LDS
- Hearsay
- Direct
- Reference
“Church Policies and Guidelines; Medical and Health Policies; Children Who Die before Birth (Stillborn and Miscarried Children” in General Handbook: Serving in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, (Salt Lake City: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2021), 38.7.3
- Scribe/Publisher
- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
- People
- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
- Audience
- General Public
- Transcription
Parents who experience the death of an unborn child suffer grief and loss. Leaders, family members, and ministering brothers and sisters offer emotional and spiritual support.
Parents may decide whether to hold memorial or graveside services.
Parents may record information about the child in FamilySearch. Instructions are provided on the website.
Temple ordinances are not necessary for children who die before birth. This does not deny the possibility that these children may be part of the family in the eternities. Parents are encouraged to trust the Lord and seek His comfort.
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